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the KVM switch, you won’t get the correct video when you try to switch to

that computer. The same holds true for the mouse and keyboard cables. Don’t

cross the cables!

Game Controllers and Joysticks

Whether you’re racing through tight turns at top speeds or flying a state-ofthe-art

jet fighter, having the right controller for the job is important for an

enjoyable gaming experience. Two peripherals are commonly used for

controlling PC games, game controllers and joysticks.

Some PC games, especially those that were designed to be played on

consoles like the Microsoft Xbox One or Sony PlayStation 4, are best

enjoyed when using a game controller. A game controller has an array of

buttons and triggers to affect movement and actions on the screen (see Figure

10-30).

Figure 10-30 An Xbox controller

Over the past decade, flight simulator programs have declined in

popularity, and so have joysticks (see Figure 10-31). Once a required

component of a gamer’s arsenal, you only need joysticks now if you are a

serious flight simulator fan. Most modern games are controlled by game

controller or mouse and keyboard.

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